What are the requirements for certified copies in international design applications?
The requirements for certified copies in international design applications are as follows:
- A certified copy of the foreign application is not required in an international design application.
- The International Bureau obtains priority documents directly from offices participating in the Digital Access Service (DAS) or the Priority Document Exchange (PDX) program.
- For offices not participating in DAS or PDX, the International Bureau will invite the applicant to submit the priority document.
According to MPEP 213.07: A certified copy of the foreign application is not required in an international design application designating the United States.
The MPEP further explains: Where the foreign application was filed in a participating office, the International Bureau will attempt to obtain the priority document from the participating office. For participating offices that are not yet able to provide the priority documents to the International Bureau, the International Bureau will invite the applicant to submit the priority document.
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Topics:
MPEP 200 - Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure